Annapurna Base Camp Heli Return Trek

The first day marks your arrival day in Kathmandu. Clear all the visa requirements and customs clearance, if any, at the arrival section of the airport. As you come out, you will find a representative from World Alpine Treks waiting for you holding a board with your name. You will then be transferred to your hotel in Kathmandu. The representative will shortly inform you about the plans ahead.

In the morning, you will be picked up at your hotel and transferred to the domestic terminal of Kathmandu Airport. Catch a flight to Pokhara, and you will land at the airport in Pokhara. From Pokhara airport, we take a short drive for around an hour to Nayapul. It is the actual starting point of our trekking journey. From Nayapul, we start walking along a lush landscape to Birethanti. It is a prosperous town inhabited by people of ethnic communities. We follow the streets of Birethanti and pass the forests of bamboo and the waterfall on the way. We further walk towards Ranghai and ascend the valley until we reach the village of Tikhedhunga. Tonight, we stay at a guesthouse/lodge in Tikhedhunga. (Inclusive of breakfast, lunch, and dinner).

Today, we cross a suspension bridge over a stream and ascend up through the stone-paved step stairs to Ulleri. Ulleri is a large village at an elevation of 2800 meters inhabited by the people of the Magar community. We climb up the village and cross the meadows to a campsite where we stop for lunch. We further continue through the trail, pass two streams, and climb up to Nagenthanti. From here, we hike up until we open up to the beautiful village of Ghorepani. As we reach the village, we will be able to witness some astonishing views of Mt. Dhaulagiri, Mt. Tukuche, Mt. Nilgiri, Mt. Hiunchuli, and many more. Tonight, we stay at a guesthouse/lodge in Ghorepani. (Inclusive of breakfast, lunch, and dinner).

We wake up early in order to catch the sunrise view from Poon Hill, a popular viewpoint in the Annapurna region of Nepal. It is known for sunrise/ sunset views and panoramic views of mountains in the Annapurna range. The shimmering glory of golden sun rays over the Annapurna massif from Poon Hill merely looks amazing. The panoramic views of mountains like Mt. Dhaulagiri, Mt. Tukuche Peak, Mt. Nilgiri, Mt. Varaha Shikhar, Mt. Annapurna I, II, III, IV, Mt. Machhapuchhre, Lamjung Himal, etc., add to the glory of this place. After enjoying the views, we return back to Ghorepani and follow a trail that takes us to Tadapani. Tonight, we stay at a guesthouse/lodge in Tadapani. (Inclusive of breakfast, lunch, and dinner).

Today, we descend down along the lush rhododendron and oak forests. We follow the trail that goes through dense wood to Chomorong. Chomorong is a beautiful village inhabited by the people of the Gurung community. It is considered a gateway to Annapurna Sanctuary. One can enjoy the great hospitality of the Gurung people here. From Chomorong, we further descend down through the stone-paved stairs and cross a long suspension bridge over the Chomorong River, and we then climb up a rocky trail until we reach the village of Sinuwa. Tonight, we stay at a guesthouse/lodge in Sinuwa. (Inclusive of breakfast, lunch, and dinner).

Leaving Sinuwa, walk along the forested area to Kuldahar. There is a check post of the Annapurna Conservation Area Project here. From here, we continue our descent down to Dovan and follow a damp trail that passes through the thick forests of bamboo and rhododendron. As we move ahead, we open up to the Hotel Himalaya with inspiring views of a glacial lake that flows down to the valley. From here, we ascend up to a historical place – Hinku Cave. It is a camping site for the climbers trying to ascent Annapurna I. We then descend down through an undulating path to Deurali. Tonight, we stay at a guesthouse/lodge in Deurali. (Inclusive of breakfast, lunch, and dinner).

As we leave Deurali, we descend down to a glacial river and walk towards Machhapuchhre Base Camp, Leaving Machhapuchhre Base Camp, we head towards Annapurna Base Camp, enjoying the magnificent views of Machhapuchhre Himal, Annapurna Hima, Gangapurna, and Hiunchuli. We enter through the natural gateway to Annapurna Sanctuary and ascend up until we reach the Annapurna Base Camp. As we open up to the base camp, we will be able to get some astonishing views of a valley surrounded by grand peaks in the Annapurna range and glaciers. It is a perfect sight to fade away the tiredness of walking to the base camp all week long. Tonight, we stay at a guesthouse/lodge in Annapurna Base Camp. (Inclusive of breakfast, lunch, and dinner).

Early in the morning, after breakfast, a helicopter will pick you up at the Annapurna Base Camp. As the helicopter flies and makes rounds over the region, you can enjoy some stunning views of the distinctive landscapes. The helicopter will drop you at Pokhara airport. You can also enjoy some scenic views of Pokhara City and Phewa Lake as you fly over. Upon arrival, you will be escorted to a hotel in Pokhara. For the rest of the time, you can spend your time exploring some places around Pokhara. Tonight, we stay at a hotel in Pokhara. (Inclusive of breakfast).

Concluding our trip, we catch a return flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu. Within 25 minutes of the flight, we will find ourselves in Kathmandu. You will then be transferred to a hotel in Kathmandu. Tonight, we stay at a hotel in Kathmandu. (Inclusive of breakfast and lunch).

Before a few hours of your scheduled flight, you will be transferred to the international terminal of Tribhuvan International Airport. (Inclusive of Breakfast).